Federal Workforce News
Bill Reintroduced to Open FEHB to All Americans
Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) has reintroduced legislation this week that would repeal Obamacare and open the Federal Employee Health Benefits program up to all Americans.
FEHB
Stay informed on the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program with updates on FEHB premiums, plan options, coverage changes, and guidance for navigating federal health insurance. Explore clear explanations of FEHB enrollment rules, Open Season updates, plan comparisons, and OPM policies that shape healthcare choices for federal employees and retirees. Find timely analysis and practical insights to help you evaluate costs, understand benefits, and make informed decisions about your FEHB coverage.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Employees, Obamacare and Avoiding A Tax Penalty
How will federal employees under the FEHB avoid paying an additional penalty to the IRS? Here is a quick summary.
Q&A
Suspending and Restarting FEHB
I have been told that when you retire you can request to suspend your FEHB and at a later open season or qualifying life event restart it. I…
Federal Workforce News
OPM Issues Proposed Rules on ‘Self Plus One’ Option
OPM is issuing a proposed rule to amend the Federal Employees Health Benefits program to add an optional enrollment type called "self plus one."
Pay & Benefits
Is There a Cadillac Tax in Your Future?
Is there a "Cadillac" tax on your federal employee health benefits in the future? The tax goes into effect in 2018. Here are the details and how federal…
Federal Workforce News
Is Your Health Plan Dropping Out of the FEHB?
Will your existing insurance carrier be around in 2015? Are new plans available to you? Here is a listing of new plans and those that have dropped out…
Pay & Benefits
About Those 2015 Health Insurance Premium Rates
The average cost of health insurance premiums for 2015 is going up 3.2% according to OPM. How does this compare to the private sector?
Federal Workforce News
Self Plus One Health Insurance
When is it possible to enroll for the self plus one plan in the federal employee health benefits plan?
Q&A
How is My FEHB Premium Paid Until I Start Receiving My Pension?
I'm retiring at the end of the year. How is my FEHB premium paid until I start receiving my monthly pension?
Pay & Benefits
OPM’s Proposal to Expand FEHB: Is Agency Ignoring Existing Law to Avoid Healthcare Act Penalties?
OPM has proposed to expand FEHB coverage to temporary employees with a full government contribution. The proposal does not address how the agency is able to ignore existing…